Ilion True Value Hardware
Family owned and operated since 1974. We aren’t JUST a hardware store.
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We are a NYS HEAP Provider
You may qualify for heating assistance!
Call us to find out more:�315-894-5274
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We’re here to help you stay warm without breaking the bank. Let us assist you in keeping your heating costs down this winter!
🎁 Just in time for the holiday season, step into a world of wonder at Steele Creek Mercantile! 🎄✨
More than a gift shop, Steele Creek Mercantile is an adventure for your senses, blending tradition with a touch of holiday magic. Featuring an array of unique, handcrafted treasures from local artisans, there’s something special for everyone on your list! 🌟
Discover:
🍯 Local honey
🍁 Pure maple syrup
🧶 Handmade crochet animals
🕯️ Artisan soaps, candles, lip balms
🌼 Whimsical lawn ornaments, frames, and more!
Inspired by the founders of Ilion True Value Hardware, Dick and Mary Ann Cristiano, and their original General Store, Steele Creek Mercantile is a tribute to the warmth, care, and craftsmanship they brought to the community. 💫
Come explore and find gifts as unique as the ones you love! 🎅
If you’re a local artisan interested in being part of this collaboration, email us at [email protected] for details. 📧
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our Boo and Vroom event, sponsored solely by Ilion True Value Hardware and Twitch! We had a fantastic time handing out candy to around 100 kids. 🎃🚗 A special thanks to Twitch, Franco’s, Catholic Charities, Four Seasons and the local Ilion residents who helped make it possible. 🍬
Please note, this event was in no way sponsored by or supported by the Village of Ilion.
Congratulations to the winner of the car show - The 1976 Ford Fairlane 500 owned by Andrew Peo.
Unfortunately, someone falsely claimed to be a representative of Ilion True Value Hardware and Twitch, contacting vendors, businesses, and residents with incorrect information that the event was canceled. This individual also falsely claimed to be part of a "Boo and Vroom Committee," which does not exist. This is a serious matter, and we’ve reported these messages and the profile involved. Facebook is taking this situation seriously and is actively investigating.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. Stay tuned for more exciting events!
We’re Hiring at Ilion True Value Hardware! 🛠️
We’re looking for a Hardware Sales Associate to join our team! If you’re passionate about customer service, knowledgeable in hardware products, and eager to be part of a business that supports the heart of the community, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us:
Ilion True Value Hardware is a local, independently owned business with deep roots in the community. Supporting local, independent, family-owned businesses is vital as it directly contributes to the local economy by creating jobs and keeping money circulating within our community. We help preserve the unique character of Ilion and provide the personalized customer service that larger chains may lack. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger than just a store—together, we help build a stronger community by reinvesting profits back into the local area.
Position Details:
This is a part-time position with hours ranging from 10-20 per week, including weekends, and is located in Ilion, New York. A minimum of 1 year of retail or marketing experience is required.
What We’re Looking For:
We seek candidates with a strong working knowledge of hardware-related products, including plumbing, electrical, and home improvement. A commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence is essential. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, experience with POS systems and basic computer skills (Google Docs a plus), and the comfort to perform manual tasks such as glass cutting, screen repairs, and lawn mower maintenance. Candidates must also be physically able to stand for long periods and lift over 50 lbs.
Why Work with Us?
Join us to be part of a community-focused business, gain hands-on experience with a variety of tasks, and work with a team that values local pride and personal service.
📧 To Apply: Send your cover letter and resume highlighting your retail experience, hardware knowledge, and customer service skills to [email protected].
(See in comment below a sample of a relevant resume we are looking for you to submit.)
Help us keep the community strong—one customer at a time. We look forward to meeting you!
🔧 Ilion True Value Hardware: Open, Growing, and Here to Stay 🔧
We want to take a moment to assure our community that Ilion True Value Hardware is open and growing—stay tuned for exciting updates and new projects we’ve been working on!
While True Value Corporate is in the process of being purchased by another cooperative hardware company and has filed Chapter 11, our store has always been independently owned and operated by the Cristiano family since 1974. This year marks our 50th anniversary, a milestone we’re incredibly proud of!
Yes, there have been a few days when we’ve had to close—decisions that were not made lightly. Staffing challenges, along with Mike needing time to recharge and recover from health issues, made it necessary. Your patience, understanding, and continued support mean the world to us.
We’re committed to serving this community just as we have for five decades, and we’re excited about the road ahead. Thank you for sticking with us!
🌟 Think Local, Thrive Local: A Message from the Cristiano Family and staff at Ilion True Value Hardware 🌟
Welcome to Hardware Happenings: In the Aisles and Beyond - our new blog where we share stories, tips, and the importance of supporting local businesses like ours. For 50 years, Ilion True Value Hardware has proudly served our community, and we’re so grateful for your continued support. 🛠️
When you shop local, you’re not just making a purchase—you’re creating jobs, and keeping Ilion’s unique spirit alive.
Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives for the past five decades, and we’re excited to continue serving Ilion for many years to come! Check out our first blog post to learn more about the power of shopping local. Link in comments ⬇️
We love when customers, especially friends and family, stop in to shop and take a selfie!
🔧 Watch us LIVE at Ilion True Value! Mike is in action, expertly repairing screens. Don’t miss out on some hands-on DIY tips and tricks!
Link in comments ⬇️
🦯✨ Wonderful News! ✨🦯
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve found the owner of the walking cane left at Ilion True Value Hardware! A huge thank you to everyone who shared our post. It was through your help on social media that the owner was notified of the cane’s location.
Your support made this reunion possible. Thank you, community! ❤️
🔍 Lost Cane Alert 🛠️
Hey everyone, we found a lonely cane at the store and it’s looking to reunite with its owner! If you or someone you know misplaced a cane recently, swing by or give us a call. Let’s get this trusty companion back where it belongs! 🦯❤️
🎣 New Product🎣
Attention all anglers and fishing enthusiasts! We're excited to announce that we're now carrying live fishing bait, from Morgan's Bait, to help you reel in the big ones.
🪱 Crawlers, Dillies and more
🐟 Perfect for all your fishing adventures
🌊 Convenient one-stop shop for all your hardware and fishing needs - including fishing licenses.
Come by and stock up on everything you need for your next fishing trip. Happy fishing! 🐠
🎣 Reel in the excitement! 🐟 Our latest inventory for fishing enthusiasts is here! We’ve got everything you need to hook the big one. Plus, don’t forget to grab your fishing license while you’re here.
🌍 Our third annual Meet Up to Clean Up, as part of the yearly statewide NYS Canalway Clean Sweep event, was a massive success! 🌟 With a record-breaking 45 volunteers, we tackled various parts of the Canalway and its surroundings, gathering over 40 bags of debris. Huge thanks to all our volunteers, Frankfort Kiwanis, Village of Ilion, Village of Frankfort, and WKTV for their incredible support! Check out the news segment in the comments.
WE ARE OPEN!!
Mike is here to assist you with staying warm, keeping your sidewalks & driveways safe or anything else you may need today and every day!
Looking for solar eclipse glasses to safely view the eclipse? We’ve have a limited supply in stock.
WE ARE OPEN!!
We’ve got what you need, salt and shovels, to dig and clear out what Mother Nature just gave us! ❄️❄️❄️ When you are done, enjoy the day sledding!
Our most recent gift basket donation was uniquely created for
Grateful for Graham 5k Run and Walk
Many of you asked where you could buy a raffle ticket to support this worthy cause and have a chance to win it. You can do so by visiting The Sneaker Store in New Hartford where it will be on display.
Grateful for Graham Gift Basket contains:
⭐️Portable Black Fire Pit with Cover & Poker
⭐️4 Pack of Toaster Forks
⭐️Extension Fork
⭐️Camp Cooker/Toaster
Hammock
⭐️Tiki Torches
⭐️Picnic Tablecloth
Value - $315
Since 2020 we’ve donated over 200 gallons of our True Value Paint, made in the USA, valued at over $10,000!
*Your eligible organization could be the next recipient.
Contact us for the details by email, [email protected]
Painting a Better Future Paint Grant Receipts from
Ilion True Value Hardware and True Value Corp
2020 Ilion Little League Baseball
2021 BOCES Pathways
2022 BOCES
2023 Fisher Elementary
2024 *Your Eligible Organization
next - Herkimer County
Frank J. Basloe Library
Herkimer Central School District
One of the many advantages of owning a hardware store, using the one of the best paint products we carry to update our floors. Mike’s been very hard at work prepping and painting them!!
Our seeds have sprouted!!
You don’t have to wait for Mother Nature to start growing weather. Start today! First time growing a garden? Mike can help you start it and give you the best chances for a bountiful garden. Stop in and ask him.
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Can you guess what Doug and Mike can cut on our new cutting machine?
Glass
Acrylic
Mirror
Foam-board
Card stock
Cardboard
Mat Board
All of the above
Answer in the comments!
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Address
39 West Clark Street
Ilion, NY
13357
Opening Hours
Monday | 8am - 6pm |
Tuesday | 8am - 6pm |
Wednesday | 8am - 6pm |
Thursday | 8am - 6pm |
Friday | 8am - 6pm |
Saturday | 8am - 4pm |
Sunday | 9am - 2pm |
Ilion, 13357
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